lisanditevõimetuse

Lisanditevõimetus refers to the economic concept of diminishing marginal utility, a core principle in microeconomics. It describes the phenomenon where the additional satisfaction or benefit a consumer gains from consuming one more unit of a good or service decreases as their consumption of that good or service increases. In simpler terms, the first unit of a product usually brings the most satisfaction, and each subsequent unit brings progressively less.

For example, if a person is very thirsty, the first glass of water will provide a significant amount of relief and satisfaction. A second glass will still be welcome but will likely bring less additional satisfaction than the first. By the time they reach the fifth or sixth glass, the added benefit of drinking more water might be minimal or even negative if they feel uncomfortably full.

This principle helps explain various consumer behaviors and market dynamics. It influences how much of a product people are willing to buy at different prices. Consumers will generally only purchase more units of a good if the price decreases, reflecting the declining marginal utility they receive from each additional unit. Businesses often use this understanding to set prices, offer bulk discounts, or differentiate their products to maintain perceived value. Lisanditevõimetus is a fundamental concept for understanding demand, consumer choice, and market equilibrium.